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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $16,885

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,875

Lowest Total Invoice: $15,877

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,782

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092009200920112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLT2LTSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $16,460 $18,860 $23,425 $14,995 $16,095
Base Invoice $15,555 $17,667 $22,137 $14,480 $15,110
MY LINK Package 995        
Revolution Package 295        
Temporary spare tire 75 75 75    
Rear spoiler 275 275 275 300  
Audio controls on steering wheel   245      
USB port   100      
Value Package       750  
195/55VR15       300  
Floor mats       95 95
MY LINK Package 876        
Revolution Package 260        
Temporary spare tire 66 66 66    
Rear spoiler 242 242 242 250  
Audio controls on steering wheel   216      
USB port   88      
Value Package       665  
195/55VR15       260  
Floor mats       72 72
Options (change) 1,640 695 350 1,445 95
Options (change) 1,444 612 308 1,247 72
Destination 660 660 660 695 695
Total Price $18,760 $20,215 $24,435 $17,135 $16,885
Total Invoice $17,659 $18,939 $23,105 $16,422 $15,877

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,750
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,605
Model Year20092009200920112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLT2LTSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine155hp I4155hp I4260hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5A4M5A4A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4?, 4228, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16205/55-16225/40-18195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$18,760$20,215$24,435$17,135$16,885
Adjustments for Features0-890-1,040-500-875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,760$19,325$23,395$16,635$16,010
Cost Above Minimum$0$565$4,635$625$0
Total Invoice$17,659$18,939$23,105$16,422$15,877
Adjustments for Features0-834-983-479-823
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,659$18,105$22,122$15,943$15,054
Cost Above Minimum$0$446$4,463$889$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092009200920112011
ModelCobaltCobaltCobaltRioRio
TrimLT2LTSSLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 $0  
4-speed automatic $800 $800$800
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote start $150   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Front side airbags   $350$350
Stability control  $400  
Traction control$100$100$100  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40  
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   $25
Infotainment 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 $225  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Boost gauge  $75  
Fog lights$125   $125
Heated mirrors   $25$25
Outside temperature display$50$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), front row $75 $75$75
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Metal pedals    $75
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces  $450  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels   $350$350
Machined alloy wheels$350$350$350  
Performance steering system (optional)  $0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
No-lift shift  $50  
Short-throw shifter (optional)  $0  
Total Value of Features$1,425$2,315$2,465$1,925$2,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$890$1,040$500$875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-834-983-479-823

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20092011
ModelCobaltRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.3 in98.4 in
Length180.5 in167.3 in
Width67.9 in66.7 in
Height57.1 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,781 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.0 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.0 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room49.5 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.4 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.6 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft311.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt LT

MY LINK Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100No
205/55R16 tires400No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Machined alloy wheels350No
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation25No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested95052%
Total Not Requested87548%
Revolution Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Additional chrome trim0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Chrome grille (optional)0No
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55VR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55VR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested135078%
Total Not Requested37522%

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